Thanksgiving and Gratitude, Past and Present
On Thanksgiving Day, the myth goes, we remember the “first Thanksgiving,” where Pilgrims and Native Americans celebrated a good harvest and shared a meal. But…
Watercolor Art Therapy for Kids (and their Grown-Ups)
This year has brought a fair amount of stress into all of our lives. Lets all take a minute, a few deep breaths, and relax…
Election and Voting Information for Kids and their Grown-Ups
Have your kids been asking you about the upcoming election? If you have been trying to find a good way to explain our voting system…
DIY Gross Halloween Fun (and a booklist)
Looking for a way to add some gross to your Halloween costume? Or maybe you just want to play a creepy prank on family or…
National Friends of Libraries Week (Oct. 18-24): Books about Friendships
What better way to celebrate National Friends of Libraries Week than to read a book about friendship? Here are picture books, novels, and nonfiction about…
Picture Books that Beg to Be Read Aloud
Would you believe us if we told you that we miss live, in-person storytimes as much as kiddos and caregivers do? It’s true! (As I…
Back to School Resources
This school year doesn’t look much like previous school years, but one thing is still the same: Your friendly neighborhood librarian is here to help!…
Climate Change for Kids
There’s no doubt that climate change will be one of the biggest challenges that children today will face as they stare down this planet’s future.…
My Favorite Novel
By Kaitlyn Donato, WHS Student Everyone has their favorite novel. The pages are torn, the paper is yellow, and the paragraphs are lined with notes.…
National Hispanic Heritage Month – Books for All Ages
During National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15), we celebrate and recognize the many contributions, diverse cultures, and extensive histories of Hispanic and…